Grades from the 31-17 loss to the Bengals

Offensive Line: D

There were plays after plays on Sunday that the Browns’ offensive line looked clueless. To make matters worse, injuries impacted the game. Cameron Erving and Spencer Drango went down. As a result of Erving’s injury, which was just an illness according to the Browns, John Greco had to move over to the center position. As was the case the last time this happened, not much turned out in Cleveland’s favor after this move.

The team surrendered just two sacks which cost them ten yards, but this stat is somewhat deceptive. Cincinnati’s offense was still able to force Hogan out of the pocket numerous additional times, forcing tough throws which often sailed out of bounds. Shon Coleman particularly had an atrocious game pass blocking.

As for run blocking, it was either feast or famine for the offensive line. They provided some holes at times, but also allowed far too many negative plays. This can not continue if the Browns want to begin moving the ball consistently. Consistency is key, and it is something Cleveland has struggled with on their offensive line in past weeks.